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This course includes developing skills in intermediate rock climbing techniques on a variety of rock media; rope handling; knots; rappelling and rescue techniques; safety procedures; rock site management; top rope and lead climbing anchor placements; top belay; traditional gear use and mock-lead climbing; equipment care, use, and maintenance; and communication, group handling, and judgment in the context of rock climbing. Students will also develop knowledge, techniques, approaches, and methodology for teaching and leading all aspects of rock climbing expeditions. Emphasis will be on safety and judgment in teaching and leading rock climbing activities. The course meets online for several sessions and in person for one weekend. Students should be have basic rock climbing experience, such as, belaying, harness fit, and tying rope to harness. Students evaluated on a pass fail/basis.
This is a partial semester, 1 credit course with 3 weeks of online content followed by a two full days of field based learning. Dates and times for online sessions will be April 9, 16 and 23 from 7-9pm each evening. The two field based days would be April 26th and 27th from 9am-5pm. Field days are held in Fort Collins.